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Dear Neighbours,

Welcome to your April / May issue of My Kings Heath.

What a packed issue we have for you this time; from bees and bugs to cricket and the barter system making a come-back. And we have some wonderful new local businesses within our pages, so read on and enjoy!

If you have any comments, positive or ‘constructive’, we would love to know what you think. Email, tweet or facebook me!

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Advertise in this magazine for as little as £36Also advertise in sister magazines My Moseley and My Edgbaston. Full advertising rates are published on our website.

In this issueHere comes the sun 5

New season, new clothes

Meet Nick Jones 7

A builder with a difference

Volunteer it Yourself 10

A new scheme to support youngsters

is launched in Kings Heath

Billesley Common gets a makeover 12

And the work continues

To Let 15

Meet local property dispute solicitor

Specsavers puts pupils in the frame 16

Keep an eye your children’s eyesight

Get into cricket 18

At Moseley Ashfield Cricket Club

TLC Lottery - 22

Supporting Acorns Childrens Hospice

Exchange Time 27

The barter system makes a come-back

Bees, bees, glorious bees 29

See the bees at Martineau Gardens

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Here comes the sunAnd with it the perfect opportunity for some retail therapy with a

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Encore in Moseley village is your answer to up-market clothes recycling for men and women.

All you need to do is drop in those items in your wardrobe that you have grown tired of or never wear.

Encore will review the items, price them and sell them in the shop. Then you get 50% of the sale price.

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Take all the preconceptions that you have about builders.

Now take a sledgehammer to them.

Nick Jones – the man behind 2nd Generation Building Services – is the new face of building.

From a family steeped deep in the foundations of construction, he has grown up in the trade.

He went to university to earn his Masters in Construction Project Management, educating himself in the new cutting edge techniques and design software that have emerged in the industry.

While the trend for most is to use these techniques exclusively in large scale construction, 2nd Generation Building Services, is proudly doing things differently.

Nick is applying this knowledge to help the domestic market.

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A professional, comprehensive management approach, coupled with a keen eye for design, rarely seen in the trade.

Nick even chooses the local suppliers and contractors that share his philosophy on professionalism and transparency.

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What's on A snapshot of what’s on around

Kings Heath in April and May

To list your event in or near Kings Heath FREE contact Amy on 689 0432

ComedyThe Laughing CowsThe sell-out comedy night with a fabulous all-female line upOn: 10 April & 8 MayAt: The Kitchen Garden CaféFor info: www.kitchengardencafe.co.uk

Craft FayresSpring Craft Fayre and Open DayA great day out for all the family. Visit Highbury Hall and explore this PDJQLÀFHQW�KRXVH��GR�D�bit of indoor shopping from a variety of stalls and relax in the pop up tea room. Outdoor BBQ and ice creams will be on sale too.On: 28 AprilAt: Highbury HallFor info: 0121 303 2050

Farmers' MarketsMoseley Farmers’ MarketAward winning market selling fresh & wholesome locally produce.On: 27 April & 25 May At: Village GreenFor info: 449 3156

Kings Heath Farmers’ MarketFresh local produce straight from the farmOn: 6 April, 4 May, 4 JuneAt: Kings Heath Village SquareFor info: www.kingsheath farmersmarket.org

Mac Food MarketFood market featuring different local artisan food producers each monthOn: 26 April & 26 MayAt: mac BirminghamFor info: www.macarts.co.uk

GardeningBugs, Bees, Plants and TreesBegin the gardening year in style with plant stalls, tips & inspiration galore. Expert advisors on hand, as well as bird of prey displays, the animal man & craft activities for kids.On: 20 April, 11am-4.30pmAt: Winterbourne House and GardenFor info: www.winterbourne.org.uk

Spring EventLive music, delicious food and family friendly activities.On: 12 MayAt: Martineau Gardens, Priory RoadFor info: www.martineau-gardens.co.uk

MusicLive Folk NightsSee live folk music every Wednesday evening at the Red Lion Folk Club10 April: The Shee17 April: John Spiers & Jon Boden24 April: Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer / Sian James and musicians1 May: Jez Lowe & the Bad Pennies8 May: Oli Jobes / Philip Henry & Hannah Martin15 May: Bruce Molsky22 May: Lisa Knapp29 May: Ritchie-Parrish-Ritchie ‘The Untangled Tour’For info: www.redlionfolkclub.com

Music nights at the Patrick Kavanagh15 April: Bang Bang '-V�SOD\LQJ�LQÁXHQWLDO�70s, 80s, and 90s musicFor info: www.patkavmoseley.com

Making Tracks: JohannaThis Finnish Eurovision star provides an original blend of contemporary tango and inventive use of electronicaOn: 19 AprilAt: macFor info: www.macarts.co.uk

Dan WhitehouseDan Whitehouse writes music steepted in timeless roots traditions, laced with lyrical twists that narrate modern life.On: 21 AprilAt: The Kitchen Garden CaféFor info: www.kitchengardencafe.co.uk

Afro MioA harmonious blend of rich vocals borne on a wave of rhythmic conga and melodious African guitar.On: 27 AprilAt: macFor info: www.macarts.co.uk

SportFree Boxing TrainingFor 11-21 year oldsOn: Every Thursday during term time, 6-7pm for 11-14 yrs, 7-8pm for 15-21 yrsAt: Queensbridge SchoolFor info: 07916 305131 [email protected]

Free Street Dance SessionsFor 8-18 year oldsOn: Every Thursday during term time, 5.30-6.30 for 8-12 yrs, 6.30-7.30 for 13-18 yrsAt: Queensbridge SchoolFor info: 07916 305131 [email protected]


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Volunteer It Yourself An ambitious new national programme aimed at giving young people

aged 14 upwards the chance to gain accredited construction skills while

refurbishing their local youth clubs is being rolled out across the city,

and was launched at All Saints Centre in King’s Heath in March.

VIY is backed by a dynamic partnership of both public and private organisations and aims to make real and lasting improvements to communities and the lives of young people.

The Volunteer It Yourself (VIY) scheme is run by young people’s charity London Youth, working with The Co-Sponsorship Agency, an organisation that specialises in pulling together cross-sector partnerships, and is backed by a £940,000 Big Lottery Fund grant.

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Kate Smart, Kings Heath Town Centre Manager said, “We are really proud that

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The New Look Billesley CommonBillesley Common is looking fantastic this spring due to work by both

the city council and the volunteers from The Valley Riverside Project.

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Members of The Valley Riverside Project are keen to welcome new

volunteers to help with conservation work on the monthly work days.

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If you would like to help to continue to improve this haven for wildlife and people look on the notice boards at the entrances to the common – one on Yardley Wood Road and one on Haunch Lane – for more information.

Work days coming up are April 14th; May 25th; June 23rd; July 20th.

Members of The Valley Riverside Project meet at 10 o’clock at the Haunch Lane entrance – see you there!


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To LetBeing a landlord or a tenant

are both fraught with potential

pitfalls and sometimes the only

thing to do is to turn to the

experts.

In this issue’s ‘meet the team at Tyndallwoods’ feature we meet Julie Russell, Solicitor Partner who specialises in property litigation, dealing with all types of disputes that relate to land ownership or occupation.

Julie acts for a variety of clients, including commercial landlords and tenants; residential landlords and long leaseholders, and some social landlords. She therefore sees both sides of the story and says that this helps with the advice she can give. She stresses that as often as possible disputes are resolved using mediation or arbitration, rather than court proceedings. This helps to reduce the cost and stress, as well as speeding up the process. It is also particularly useful where the parties are in a continuing relationship, such as that of landlord and tenant.

As Julie sees it, the main issues faced by commercial tenants in today’s High Street include rental affordability and costly repair and maintenance of buildings. In some cases she has helped her clients to secure rental reductions and rent free periods as part of a lease renewal procedure.On the other hand, the concerns commercial landlords face in the current economy include rent not being paid and tenants going into administration. In both these situations speed and understanding your options is of the essence. The faster a landlord acts the less money that will be lost.

With regard to residential landlords, the law often seems on the side of the tenant, so landlords need to follow it to the letter and if they make even a tiny error it can set the case back by months; during which time they are unlikely to be receiving rental income. Seeking professional help at the very beginning often pays dividends in the long run.

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Specsavers puts pupils in the frame

Specsavers in Kings Heath is encouraging parents to ensure that they get

their children’s eyesight tested.

The store, which prides itself in providing expert and value for money eye care, is run by director Peter Squire. He says: ‘Regular eye examinations are vital, as undetected problems with vision DIIHFW�RQH�LQ�ÀYH�VFKRRO�FKLOGUHQë��7KLV�FDQ�GDPDJH�WKHLU�FRQÀGHQFH�DQG�performance in reading and sports that require hand-eye co-ordination.

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Free NHS eye examinations are also available for people over 40 years of age with a history of glaucoma in the family and individuals over the age of 60. For more information pop into the store at 132 High Street, Kings Heath, Birmingham or call 0121 4411322.

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Fancy a game of cricket?Is there someone in your family who enjoys cricket and wants to join

a club to develop their skills, play competitive cricket and meet new

people? Then look no further.

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Where to eat A guide to the best places to eat

in and around Kings Heath

Blue GingerSingapore & Malaysian

32 Poplar RoadKings HeathBirmingham, B14 7ADTel: 0121 444 0999

Bombay Rickshaw CoIndian Takeaway

13-15 York RoadKings HeathBirmingham, B14 7SATel: 0121 443 1114

Carib GrillCaribbean

2 St Mary’s RowMoseleyBirmingham, B13 8JGTel: 0121 449 8818

Jade RestaurantCantonese BYO & takeaway

88 St Mary’s RowMoseleyBirmingham, B13 9EFTel: 0121 449 7686

K2Kashmiri

107 Alcester RoadMoseleyBirmingham, B13 8DDTel: 0121 449 5556

KababishBalti

29 Woodbridge RoadMoseleyBirmingham, B13 8EHTel: 0121 449 5556

Kitchen Garden

Small plates (Tapas/mezze

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Manic Organic2UJDQLF�YHJHWDULDQ�FDIp46 Poplar RoadKings HeathBirmingham, B14 7AGTel: 0121 441 3802

PangaeaIndian

27-29 Poplar RoadKings HeathBirmingham, B14 7AATel: 0121 441 2222

PiquantIndian

18 St Mary’s RowMoseleyBirmingham, B13 8JGTel: 0121 249 1216

Sabai SabaiThai

25 Woodbridge RoadMoseleyBirmingham, B13 8EHTel: 0121 449 4498

Spice MerchantKashmiri

36 Poplar RoadKings HeathBirmingham, B14 7ADTel: 0121 444 1414

Sweet Chillies Contemp Bangali/Indian

836 Yardley Wood RdBirmingham, B13 0JETel: 0121 443 1086 or 0121 443 2737

Sylhet Spice CuisineBangladeshi

27-29 York RoadKings HeathBirmingham, B14 7SATel: 0121 444 6644


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Physiotherapists also give the children therapy sessions in the hydrotherapy pool. Hydrotherapy is a relaxing and therapeutic experience for a child, and can improve both their mental and physical wellbeing. The warm water helps ease stiff muscles and joints, actively reduces pain and offers an otherwise impossible sense of freedom and movement.

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Music Shakers(QMR\�PXVLF�DQG�GDQFH�ZLWK�\RXU�EDE\�RU�WRGGOHUMon, Tues, Wed, ThursAt: Institute Road, Kings HeathFor details call:Marcella 449 5120

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Water BabiesBaby Swimming sessions

Mon & SatAt: St Thomas CofE School, EdgbastonFor details call:Laura 01283 814 766

Happy Yoga<RJD�FODVVHV�IRU�FKLOGUHQ�DJHG��\UVThurs & SatAt: Kitchen Garden Café, York RoadFor details call:07813 1434 887

Mini Movers6RIW�SOD\�IRU�EDELHV�and toddlers

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Music Within$QWHQDWDO�PXVLF�VHVVLRQV�IRU�PXP��EDE\Flexible timingAt: Dacer Close, StirchleyFor details call: Lindsay 459 1426

Toni's Tots'UDPD��VWRU\WHOOLQJ��IRU�SUH�VFKRROHUV�IURP��PWKVEvery Monday, 10amAt: The Hub, 318 Vicarage RoadFor details call: 07976 242 835

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John KellyCarpenter & Joiner

y All the basics: skirting, architrave etc

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y Alcove built-ins and design ideas

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Sunrise of Edgbaston

For more information call 0121 314 9471Sunrise of Edgbaston, 5 Church Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham B15 3SH

www.sunrise-care.co.uk

The Home of High Quality CareWhen it comes to senior care, Sunrise continues to set the standard. Our expertly trained staff and the high quality and surprisingly affordable personalised care we offer are changing the way people think about senior living.

Whether it’s assisted living, nursing care, or our groundbreaking Reminiscence neighbourhood bringing comfort to those living with dementia, everything we do is born from a commitment to providing only the very best care to seniors.

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Knights Property Services www.knightspropertyservices.co.uk

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Helen MillsFLUTE GRADE 5 THEORYBlenheim RdMoseleyBirmingham, B13Tel: 0121 449 2135

Norfolk House School11+ & SATS TUITION NUMERACY & LITERACY SKILLS([SHULHQFHG��TXDOLÀHG�VWDII �Small groups, 7-11 yrs Saturdays, Edgbastonwww.norfolkhouseschool.co.uk Tel: 0121 454 7021

James BrawnCONCERT PIANISTTeaching Studio in Park Hill, Moseleywww.jamesbrawn.comTel: 07928 467 237

Vee RowleySOUTH BIRMINGHAMDYSLEXIA SOLUTIONS7ZR�TXDOLÀHG�G\VOH[LD� assessor/tutors. CRB checked.English tutoring to degree level.EdgbastonTel: 07715 501 985

Robert Jackson LLCM(TD)GUITARAll levels, all styles, grade exams available if requiredMoseleyTel: 0121 449 8955

Primary Plus11+ SATS NUMERACY & LITERACYExperienced tutors, Small groupsWeekday evenings & SaturdaysAlbion Court, 17-19 Frederick Street, Jewellery Quarter, B1 3HE Tel: 0845 206 8658

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The barter system makes a come-back in MoseleyExchange Time is a new time bank concept in Moseley where members can

trade their time and their services in a unique, money-free environment.

Within the timebank, for every hour you spend helping someone, you are entitled to an hour of help in return. Everyone’s skills are valued equally, so whatever you can offer, one hour of your time is worth one hour time credit, to be spent within the timebank as and when you need help.

To be part of Exchange time all you need to do is complete the interest form RQOLQH�RU�LQ�RQH�RI �WKH�Á\HUV�WKDW�\RX�can pick up at Moseley Exchange.

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Bees, bees, glorious bees. Love them or hate them, we can’t live without them. They’re vital to

the environment and our food.

Community Garden, Martineau Gardens in Edgbaston actively encourage bees to the Gardens to help with the pollination RI �IUXLW��YHJHWDEOHV�DQG�ÁRZHULQJ�SODQWV��

The Gardens have a cluster of traditional bee hives in the woodland area which you can observe. You may even meet the Gardens’ bee keeper John Gale tending the bees.

Pictured here, John inspects the bees after a month of harsh weather. The smoker device he is using encourages the bees to JRUJH�RQ�KRQH\��D�ÁLJKW�UHVSRQVH�WR�VPRNH��which makes them drowsy and easier for the bee keeper to lift out the combs.

By September, John will be extracting honey from the combs and preparing it for display the Birmingham & District Beekeepers Association annual Honey Show hosted here (14 & 15 September).

,I �WKLV�KDV�ZKHW�\RXU�DSSHWLWH�WR�ÀQG�RXW�more, Martineau Gardens is hosting two Bee Keeping taster courses on 1 June and 10 August 2013. The courses cost

£50 and booking in advance is essential. Full details at www.martineau-gardens.org.uk/courses-education/courses

Useful Information:

Martineau Gardens, 27 Priory Road, Birmingham, B5 7UGBuses: 1, 45, 47, 61, 63 and X64Open: Monday to Saturday, 10am – 4pm. Free Entry.Tel: 0121 440 7430E-mail: [email protected], Web: www.martineau-gardens.org.ukTwitter: @martineau27 facebook: martineaugardens

Spring Events

On Sunday 12 May, Martineau Gardens will be holding their Spring Event from 11am-3pm. You can enjoy live music, delicious food and family friendly activities.

Tickets: £3 adult, £1concession, £6 family


AccountantsT Wood & Co 9

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Business NetworkingBNI Moseley 6

Care HomeSunrise Senior Living 25

Carpentry/JoineryJohn Kelly 24

Carpets & FlooringA-Z Carpets 9Value Floors 32

Charity LotteryTLC Lottery 23

Chimney SweepAble Chimney Sweep 13

ChiropodistChiropody Surgery 13

Clothing BoutiqueEncore 5

ConservatoriesTraditional Conservatories 2

DenturesThe Denture Centre 6

ElectricianRMD Electrical 3

Farmers� MarketKings Heath Farmers Market 9

Gardening ServicesEvans Landscapes 26

Graphic Design Tickle Me Creative 31

Interior DecoratingKnights Property Services 26

Ironing ServiceMopheads 11

NurseryKings Heath Grange 14

OpticianSpecsavers 17

Photographer Professional Photography 13

PlumbersMG Heating 11Plumbtek 11

RestaurantsRestaurant Guide 20Sweet Chillies 21

Re-upholsteryCampbell’s Re-upholstery 6

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SchoolEdgbaston High School For Girls 19

Solar Energy JMS Solar 13

SolicitorTyndallwoods 15

Takeaway FoodVeggielicious 14

Tutor Listing 26

Weight LossLighter Life 1

Wooden & Laminate FlooringA-Z Carpets 9Value Floors 32

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